Selecting the wrong sample collection method can severely impact DNA recovery. Research consistently emphasises the necessity of choosing a method tailored to the sample’s surface type. A study compared cotton swab versus cutting methods for more effective DNA sample collection from surfaces. It explored three different surfaces: cotton, paper, and cardboard. The study included various…

DNA evidence is crucial in criminal investigations. Investigators routinely collect biological material such as DNA at crime scenes and from items. They often collect touch or trace DNA samples from surfaces and objects believed to have been in contact. However, a person of interest might not leave any traces on these surfaces, for instance, if…

Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol and Driving Under The Influence: Over the past three years, there has been a marked increase in interest in cannabinoid products, particularly those containing Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This rise in popularity has ignited debates over its legal status. Delta-8 THC is an isomer of delta-9 THC, which serves as the primary psychoactive component…